How to Improve Clay Soil
Having good soil structure is crucial for growing a healthy garden, but most of us are not blessed with perfect
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compost, garden, soil health, Uncategorized
DIY Laundry Detergent
How is it that I have never posted my recipe for homemade laundry detergent? I started making my own homemade
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books, green living, home, recipes
April To Do List
April on the homestead means the lilacs are just starting to open up, our fruit trees are flowering and there
Yes! Spring!
To my dearly beloved Spring, I say yes! Yes! A thousand times yes! Welcome to my garden, Spring. I have
Spring Row Covers
We are in the middle of a cool, wet spring which is very typical for the Pacific Northwest. Although you
Fritatta Three Ways
The chickens have announced the arrival of spring with about fifty-thousand eggs. We’re averaging 4-5 eggs a day, which means
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backyard livestock, chickens, cooking, egg recipes
Spring Planting
Spring fever is in full swing and it’s time to get the first round of vegetables into the ground. We
Spring Soil Prep
Before you get spring planting fever, take the time to replenish your garden soil first. It’s the best way to
Let’s Hang Out This Saturday
Planting season is upon us! There are baby chicks to pick up! Your garden soil needs fresh compost! And I
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events
Reluctantly Sentimental
I am sad to say that old Florence has passed away. We raised this Rhode Island Red from a baby
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backyard livestock, chickens, modern homesteading, top-backyard-livestock